Breastfeeding Friendly Classic Green Beans Almondine
Crisp-tender green beans tossed in nutty browned butter, golden sliced almonds, and a bright hit of lemon juice — this is the kind of side dish that feels special without demanding much from you on a busy evening. Fresh green beans are a great source of folate and fiber, both of which matter when your body is working hard to produce milk, and the almonds bring a welcome dose of healthy fats and calcium to the plate. Butter gets cooked low and slow here until it turns a gorgeous golden-brown, which adds a deep, toasty richness that makes the whole dish taste far more indulgent than it actually is. A quick blanch keeps the beans vivid and snappy, so you're never stuck with that sad, army-green mush. Garlic goes in just long enough to soften and sweeten, and the final squeeze of lemon lifts everything into something genuinely craveable. It comes together in one pot and one skillet, which means less cleanup and more time for everything else on your plate — figuratively speaking.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the blanching water
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and cook until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3–4 minutes. Drain through a colander and immediately spread on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to dry.
- 2
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until the foam subsides and the butter turns a light golden-brown and smells nutty, about 3–4 minutes.
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